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In Canvas, you are able to create graded discussions. Engaging students in online discussions is a wonderful way to have them demonstrate their knowledge and allows them to take ownership in their learning. Inside of Canvas you can adjust many settings, including the requirement that students post their response before they are able to view other studnent's responses. It is also a great way to teach students how to be responsible digital citizens and leave quality feedback to help improve their classmates.

- [Instructor] In this video we'll take a look…at how to create a discussion inside of Canvas.…In my opinion, online group discussions…are one of the most important features…of a learning management system.…They empower students to discuss course content…in a safe, protected platform.…It also extends learning beyond the classroom…and helps to improve student…communication and collaboration.…I've always been amazed at the level…of engagement that students have in these…online discussions forums.…Let's take a look at how to create a discussion…inside of Canvas.…First, I'm inside of my Biology 101 course,…and in the course navigation bar…I'm going to select Discussions.…

From here you can see that there are…three different types of discussions.…We have pinned discussions, or ones that you…as the instructor have decided are important,…and you want them to remain front and center.…We have the regular discussions,…and then at the bottom there are discussions…that are closed for comments,…meaning that they've ended.…Students can no longer reply to them…

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7/25/2017

Canvas is the leading open-source learning management system, used by institutions and instructors around the globe. Learn how to get your Canvas classroom up and running fast, with this beginner-level overview of its features and functions. Oliver Schinkten explores how to set up a class, work with students, and teach online with Canvas 2017, and explores best practices for leveraging Canvas for student success. Topics include grading assignments, building quizzes, communicating with students, and adding multimedia and other resources.